A selection of different types of language.

Formal - Language used for a professional feel such as in a business letter. Informal - Language used in an everyday situation which may include slang. Slang - Used in general conversation and not found in the dictionary. Informative - Gives the reader specific information such as facts and figures. Descriptive - Uses many adjectives to help explain what is being spoken about. Emotive - Uses many adjectives to explain a person's feelings. Dialogue - Text that is being spoken. Emphasising - Drawing attention to a particular point. Persuasive - Trying to force a particular point of view on someone. Imperative - Gives the reader instructions and orders.